MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SAFETY DATA SHEET
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) complies with the requirements of the U.S. Federal Occupational
Safety and Health Administration Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200, as
updated in 2012) and equivalent state Standards. It has also been developed in accordance
with the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification of Chemicals (GHS) and
the Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS). Refer to Section
16 of this document for the definition of terms and abbreviations.
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
1.1 PRODUCT IDENTIFIER:
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ITEM NUMBER:
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PRODUCT NAME:
410072, 410074, 410175
Mean Green All-Purpose Degreaser
o
5 GL: 410072
o
1 GL: 410074
o
55 GL: 410075
1.2 RELEVANT IDENTIFIED USES OF THE MIXTURE OR USES ADVISED AGAINST
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IDENTIFIED USE:
IDENTIFIED USERS:
Cleaning and degreasing.
For sale to, use and storage by service persons only.
1.3 DETAILS OF THE SUPPLIER OF THE SAFETY DATA SHEET
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MANUFACTURER/
SUPPLIER:
ADDRESS
BUSINESS PHONE:
EMERGENCY PHONE:
WAXIE Sanitary Supply
9353 Waxie Way; San Diego, CA 92123-1036
1-800-995-4466
1-800-255-3924 (CHEMTEL; 24 hours)
1.4 OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
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This SDS has been developed to address safety concerns affecting small volume handling situations
and those involving warehouses and other workplaces where large numbers of these items are stored
or distributed.
This product is intended to be used only after dilution. The relevant hazard and safety data sheet are
specified for both the Product as SOLD and Product at USE DILUTION, where appropriate.
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 CLASSIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE:
OSHA/HCS Status
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (< 10%)
Classification of the Substance or
Mixture
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4); Acute
toxicity, Inhalation (Category 4); Acute
toxicity, Dermal (Category 4); Skin
corrosion (Category 1B); Serious eye
damage (Category 1)
Skin corrosion (Category 2); Serious
eye damage (Category 2A)
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
DANGER.
Harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or in
contact with skin. Causes severe skin
burns and eye damage.
WARNING.
2.2 LABEL ELEMENTS:
ELEMENT
Hazard Pictograms
Signal Word
Hazard Statements
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Causes skin and serious eye irritation.
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SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Continued)
2.2 LABEL ELEMENTS (Continued):
ELEMENT
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
Keep out of reach of children.
Avoid breathing mist/ vapors/ spray.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using
this product.
Wear protective gloves/protective
clothing/eye protection/face protection.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a Poison
Center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse
mouth.
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off
immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with water/shower.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh
air and keep comfortable for breathing.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water
for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do so.
Continue rinsing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER.
Take off contaminated clothes and
wash it before reuse.
Keep out of reach of children.
Wash hands thoroughly after use.
Wear eye protection/face
protection/protective clothing/protective
gloves.
Store locked up.
Store in a well-ventilated place.
Keep in tightly closed container.
Dispose of contents/container in
accordance with local/regional/ national/
international regulations.
Not established; follow guidelines in
section 7.
Precautionary Statements
Prevention
Response
Storage
Disposal
IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth, Call a
POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if
you feel unwell.
IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with
water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses if present and easy to do
– continue rinsing. If eye irritation
persists, see a physician.
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
If skin irritation occurs, get medical
advice/attention.
Take off contaminated clothing and
wash it before reuse.
Dispose of contents/container in
accordance with local/regional/ national/
international regulations.
2.3 OTHER PERTINENT DATA ON CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL HAZARDS:
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May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract if mists/sprays are inhaled. Ingestion of large
quantities may cause irritation, ulceration, nausea, vomiting and can be fatal
Due to the potential corrosive nature of the Product as Sold, additional personal protection (e.g., rubber
apron) should be worn when in the process of diluting product.
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1
SUBSTANCES/MIXTURES
COMPONENT
CAS NUMBER
Silicic acid (H2SiO3),
Disodium salt
6834-92-0
Eye irritation (Category 2A); Acute Toxicity – Oral (Category 5)
GHS HAZARD CLASSIFICATION FOR COMPONENT
Proprietary1
% (w/w)
1-Amino-2-Propanol
78-96-6
Proprietary
2-Butoxyethanol
111-76-2
Flammable liquids (Category 4); Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4);
Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 4); Skin corrosion (Category 1B;
Serious eye damage (Category 1)
Flammable liquids (Category 4); Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4);
Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 4); Acute toxicity, Dermal
(Category 4); Skin irritation (Category 2); Eye irritation (Category 2A)
Balance
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
1
The exact percentage of composition has been withheld as a trade secret. All relevant physical and health hazards have been declared, in
accordance with regulatory requirements.
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4.1
DESCRIPTION OF FIRST AID MEASURES
AREA EXPOSED
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
Eye Contact
Flush with copious amounts of water for
15 minutes. “Roll” eyes during flush.
Seek medical attention immediately.
Flush with copious amounts of water for
15 minutes. “Roll” eyes during flush.
Seek medical attention if irritation
persists.
Skin Contact
Flush area with warm, running water for
several minutes. Seek medical attention
if irritation persists.
Flush area with warm, running water for
several minutes. Seek medical attention
if irritation persists.
Inhalation
Obtain fresh air.
Obtain fresh air.
Ingestion
If conscious only: Rinse mouth with
water. Drink several cups of water. Do
not induce vomiting. Contact a Poison
Control Center or physician for
instructions.
If conscious only: Rinse mouth with
water. Drink several cups of water. Do
not induce vomiting. Contact a Poison
Control Center or physician for
instructions.
Other Recommendations
Wash clothing before reuse.
4.2 MOST IMPORTANT ACUTE AND CHRONIC EXPOSURE SYMPTOMS
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ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS:
AREA EXPOSED
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
Eye Contact
Corrosive to eye tissue; contact will
cause pain, redness, and tissue
damage. Chemical burns and blindness
may occur.
Corrosive to skin tissue; contact will
cause pain, redness, and tissue
damage. Chemical burns may occur.
Inhalation of sprays, mists may cause
Causes serious eye irritation.
Skin Contact
Inhalation
Ingestion
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Causes mild to moderate skin irritation,
depending on duration of contact
coughing, nasal congestion and sore
throat.
May causes respiratory tract irritation;
symptoms may include coughing and
sneezing depending on volume of
mist/spray inhaled.
Corrosive and may cause severe
and permanent damage to mouth,
throat, and stomach. May be fatal if
swallowed.
Causes
gastrointestinal
system
irritation; symptoms may include pain,
sore throat, nausea and vomiting if large
volumes are ingested.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS:
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
Prolonged or repeated eye contact may
cause conjunctivitis.
Prolonged or
repeated skin contact may cause
dermatitis. Due to the presence of 2Butoxyethanol, prolonged or repeated
inhalation or ingestion may affect the
liver, blood (potentially causing anemia),
kidneys, metabolism and endocrine
system (spleen, thymus, pancreas).
None reported.
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
Eyes, Skin, Respiratory System, Central
Nervous System, Kidneys, Liver, Blood,
Endocrine System.
Skin, eyes.
TARGET ORGANS:
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES (Continued)
4.3
INDICATION OF IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION AND SPECIAL TREATMENT NEEDED
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The following information is for both Product AS SOLD and Product at USE DILUTION.
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GENERAL INFORMATION: For all exposures: In case of accident, or if you feel unwell, seek medical
advice immediately. Take this document and a copy of the label to the healthcare professional.
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RECOMMENDATIONS TO PHYSICIANS: Treat symptomatically.
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MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY OVEREXPOSURE: None reported.
SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Unless stated, information in this section is for both Product as SOLD and Product at USE DILUTION.
5.1
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
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RECOMMENDED FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water Spray, Water Jet, Dry Powder, Foam, Carbon
Dioxide, Halon, or any other.
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UNSUITABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: None known.
5.2
SPECIAL HAZARDS ARISING FROM THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE
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NFPA FLAMMABILITY CLASSIFICATION:
Classification
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
NFPA Rating
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UNUSUAL HAZARDS IN FIRE SITUATIONS:
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%
Decomposition
Generates caustic vapors and oxides of
potassium
and
nitrogen,
carbon
monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Generates caustic vapors and oxides of
potassium, carbon monoxide and
carbon dioxide.
Explosion Sensitivity to
Mechanical Impact
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Explosion Sensitivity to
Static Discharge
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
5.3 ADVICE FOR FIREFIGHTERS
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Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and full protective equipment for fire response should be worn in any
situation. Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk to personnel. Otherwise, use water
spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Because of the nature of this product, any equipment that
comes in contact with this solution can be rinsed thoroughly with water and then returned to service.
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SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Unless stated, information in this section is for both Product as SOLD and Product at USE DILUTION.
6.1
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS, PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT, AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
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RESPONSE TO INCIDENTAL RELEASES: Personnel who have received basic chemical safety training
can generally handle small-scale releases. Gloves and safety glasses must be worn when cleaning-up
spills. Use caution during clean-up; contaminated floors and items may be slippery.
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RESPONSE TO NON-INCIDENTAL RELEASES: Generally, releases of this product will be no larger
than the loss of one shipment of material. Subsequently, personnel can follow the instructions for
incidental releases. As needed, respond to non-incidental chemical releases of this product (such as the
simultaneous destruction of several pallets of this product) by clearing the impacted area and contacting
appropriate emergency personnel.
In the unlikely event of a 55-gallon or multi-container release of the PRODUCT AS SOLD, and there is no
other hazardous condition in the area, the use of an air-purifying respirator with high-efficiency particulate
fileter cartridge, face-shield, safety glasses, and double gloves (e.g. nitrile over latex gloves), and body
protection is recommended if splashes/sprays/mists can be generated during clean-up or the
concentration of vapors is high. Use Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus if concentration of oxygen is
less than 19.5% or is unknown.
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RESPONSE PROCEDURES FOR ANY RELEASE: Absorb spilled liquid with polypads or other suitable
absorbent materials. If appropriate, neutralize contaminated area and equipment with base neutralizing
agent. Rinse contaminated items and area thoroughly. Confirm that neutralization/decontamination is
complete by testing with pH paper.
ENVIORNMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
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Avoid response actions that can cause a release of a significant amount of the substance (more than one,
5-gallon container) into the environment. Avoid accidental dispersal of spilled material into soil,
waterways and sewers.
6.2
6.3
METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP
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6.4
SPILL RESPONSE EQUIPMENT: Polypad or other absorbent material; base neutralizing agent; pH
paper.
REFERENCES TO OTHER SECTIONS
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SECTION 8: For exposure levels and detailed personal protective equipment recommendations.
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SECTION 13: For waste handling guidelines.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
Hygiene Practices
Keep out of reach of children. Follow
good chemical hygiene practices. Do
not smoke, drink, eat, or apply
cosmetics in the chemical use area.
Avoid inhalation of mists and sprays.
Use in well-ventilated area.
Avoid
contact with skin or eyes. Remove
contaminated clothing promptly. Clean
up spilled product immediately.
Keep out of reach of children. Follow
good chemical hygiene practices. Do
not smoke, drink, eat, or apply
cosmetics in the chemical use area.
Avoid inhalation of mists and sprays.
Use in well-ventilated area.
Avoid
contact with skin or eyes. Remove
contaminated clothing promptly. Clean
up spilled product immediately.
Handling Practices
Employees must be appropriately
trained to use this product safely as
needed. Keep containers closed when
not in use.
Employees must be appropriately
trained to use this product safely as
needed. Keep containers closed when
not in use.
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SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE (Continued)
7.2
CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE, INCLUDING ANY INCOMPATIBILITIES
Storage Practices
Incompatibilities
Product as SOLD
Ensure all containers are correctly
labeled. Store containers away from
direct sunlight, sources of intense heat,
or where freezing is possible. Store this
product
away
from
incompatible
chemicals
Inspect
all
incoming
containers before storage, to ensure
containers are properly labeled and not
damaged. Empty containers may
contain residual liquid; therefore, empty
containers should be handled with care.
See
Section
10
(Stability
and
Reactivity).
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
Ensure all containers are correctly
labeled. Store containers away from
direct sunlight, sources of intense heat,
or where freezing is possible. Store this
product
away
from
incompatible
chemicals.
See
Section
Reactivity).
10
(Stability
and
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1
CONTROL PARAMETERS
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U.S. NATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
COMPONENT
2-Butoxyethanol
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NIOSH REL
(ppm)
OTHER
TWA = 20 ppm (Skin)
TWA = 50 ppm
(Skin)
TWA = 5 ppm (Skin)
NE
2-BUTOXYETHANOL: Butoxyacetic Acid (BAA) in Urine; End of Shift; 200 mg/g creatinine
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Engineering Controls
Respiratory Protection
Hand Protection
Eye Protection
Body Protection
8.3
OSHA PEL
(ppm)
BIOLOGICAL OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: The following BEIs have been established for
components of this product.
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8.2
ACGIH TLV
Product as SOLD
Use in well-ventilated environment.
None needed in normal circumstances
of use.
Neoprene or nitrile gloves are
recommended. Ensure gloves are intact
prior to use.
Safety glasses.
Face-shields are
recommended when splash, sprays, or
mists can be generated.
Standard protection used in janitorial
service. If splashes or sprays can occur,
a rubber apron should be used.
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
Use in well-ventilated environment.
None needed in normal circumstances
of use.
Standard chemical-resistant gloves
used
in
janitorial
work
are
recommended.
Safety glasses.
Standard protection used in janitorial
service. If splashes or sprays can occur,
a rubber apron should be used.
PERSONAL PROTECTION SYMBOLS
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
Hand Protection
Eye/Face Protection
Body Protection
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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9.1
INFORMATION ON BASIC PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.2
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Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION (<10%)
Appearance
Odor
Odor Threshold
pH
Melting Point/Freezing Point
Initial Boiling Point/Boiling Range
Flash Point
Evaporation Rate (Water = 1)
Flammability
Upper/Lower Explosive Limits
Vapor Pressure
Vapor Density
Relative Density (Density)
Solubility
Turquoise liquid.
Citrus.
Not determined.
< 12.5
Not determined.
>99C (210 F).
Not applicable.
Approx. 1.0.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not determined.
Not determined.
1.09 (9.10 lbs/gal)
Completely soluble in water.
Colorless to yellow.
Slight solvent
Not determined.
< 11.5
Approx. 0C (32 F).
Approximately100C (212F).
Not applicable.
Approx. 1.0.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not determined.
Not determined.
Approx. 1.0. (8.34 .b/gal)
Completely soluble in water.
Partition Coefficient/noctanol/water
Not determined.
Not determined.
Autoignition Temperature
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined.
Not determined.
Viscosity
Not determined.
Not determined.
OTHER INFORMATION
VOC (less water & exempt): 19 G/L
WEIGHT% VOC: 1.9%
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Unless stated, information in this section is for both Product as SOLD and Product at USE DILUTION.
10.1
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10.2
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REACTIVITY
Not reactive under typical conditions of use or handling.
CHEMICAL STABILITY
Normally stable under standard temperatures and pressures.
10.3
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POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS REACTIONS
This product is not self-reactive, water-reactive, or air-reactive.
This product will not undergo hazardous polymerization.
10.4
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
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10.5
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10.6
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Avoid contact with incompatible chemicals.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, water reactive material, aluminum and soft metals; lead; tin and tin
oxides.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Products of thermal decomposition of this product include caustic vapors, carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide, and oxides of potassium and nitrogen.
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SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Unless stated, information in this section is for both Product as SOLD and Product at USE DILUTION.
11.1
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INFORMATION ON TOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS
ACUTE TOXICITY:
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TOXICOLOGY DATA: The following data are available for the hazardous components in this
product listed in Section 3 (Composition/Information on Ingredients).
1-AMINO-2-PROPANOL
LD50 (Oral, Rat) = 1715 mg/kg
LD50 (Skin, Rabbit) = 1573 mg/kg
2-BUTOXYETHANOL
LD50 (Oral, Rat) = 470 mg/kg
LC50 (Inhalation, Rat) = 4 hours/- 450 ppm.
LD50 (Dermal, Rabbit) = 220 mg/kg
LD50 (Intraperitoneal, Rat) = 220 mg/kg
LD50 (Intravenous, Rat) = 307 mg/kg
SILICIC ACID (H2SIO3), DISODIUM SALT
LD50 (Oral, Rat) = 1,152-1,349 mg/kg
TDLo (Oral, Man) = 1 mL/Kg
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DEGREE OF IRRITATION: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. The following data are
available for components of this product.
1-AMINO-2-PROPANOL
Skin, Rabbit; Mild skin irritation - 24 hours
Eyes, Rabbit; Result: Severe eye irritation, 24 hours
SILICIC ACID (H2SIO3), DISODIUM SALT
Eyes, Rabbit = Corrosive/4 hours
Skin, Rabbit – Mild Irritant
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SENSITIZATION: The components of this product are not reported to have skin or respiratory
sensitization effects.
o
REVIEW OF ACUTE SYMPTOMS AND EFFECTS BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: See Section 2
(Hazards Information) and Section 4 (First-Aid Measures) for additional details.
See Section 4 (First-Aid Measures)
for more details.
Eyes
Product as SOLD
Skin
May cause moderate to severe
skin irritation, and chemical
burns.
Causes mild to severe irritation
of membranes of nose, mouth,
throat.
Causes severe irritation and
chemical
burns
of
gastrointestinal system. May be
fatal if swallowed.
May cause moderate to severe
eye irritation and chemical burns.
Inhalation
Ingestion
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Product at USE DILUTION
<10%)
May cause moderate to severe
eye irritation and chemical burns,
depending
on
duration
of
exposure.
May cause moderate to severe
skin irritation, and chemical
burns.
Causes mild to severe irritation of
membranes of nose, mouth,
throat.
Causes severe irritation and
chemical burns of gastrointestinal
system.
May
be
fatal
if
swallowed.
CHRONIC TOXICITY:
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CARCINOGENICITY STATUS: The following table summarizes the carcinogenicity listing for the
components of this product. “NO” indicates that the substance is not considered to be, or
suspected to be, a carcinogen by the listed agency.
CHEMICAL
2-Butoxyethanol
IARC
NTP
NIOSH
OSHA
OTHER
NO
NO
NO
NO
IARC-3: Unclassifiable as to Carcinogenicity in
Humans; TLV-4: Not Classifiable as a Human
Carcinogen; EPA – NL: Not Likely to Be
Carcinogenic to Humans; MAK-4: No Significant
Contribution to Human Cancer Risk
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SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (Continued)
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REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY INFORMATION: The components of this product are not reported
to cause reproductive effects under typical circumstances of exposure. The following reproductive
toxicity data are available for components of this product:
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o
o
o
o
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2-BUTOXYETHANOL: Overexposure may cause reproductive disorder(s) based on tests with laboratory animals.
May cause adverse reproductive effects (maternal and paternal fertility, fetoxicity) based on animal data. May cause
birth defects (teratogenic) based on animal data.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS The components of this product are not reported to cause mutagenic
effects under typical circumstances of exposure.
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY – SINGLE EXPOSURE: Not applicable.
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY – REPEATED EXPOSURE: Not applicable.
ASPIRATION HAZARD: Not applicable.
OTHER INFORMATION
o TOXICOLOGICALLY SYNERGISTIC PRODUCTS: None known.
o ADDITIONAL TOXICOLOGY: Not applicable.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Unless stated, information in this section is for both Product as SOLD and Product at USE DILUTION.
12.1
TOXICITY

Based on available data, this product is anticipated to be harmful or fatal to contaminated terrestrial plants
or animals.

The following aquatic toxicity data are available for components of this product:
2-BUTOXYETHANOL
LC50 - other fish: 220 mg/L - 96 hours
EC50 (Daphnia magna): 1,815 mg/L - 24 hours
1-AMINO-2-PROPANOL
LC50 (Carassius auratus): 210 mg/l - 96 hours
SILICIC ACID (H2SIO3), DISODIUM SALT
LC50 ( Danio rerio) - 210 mg/L - 96 hours
12.2
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12.3
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12.4
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12.5
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PERSISTENCE AND DEGRADABILITY
When released into the soil, the components of this product are expected to biodegrade, dissipate in soils
via oxidation, or otherwise chemically degrade or photo-decompose via solar radiation.
BIOACCUMULATIVE POTENTIAL
This product is not anticipated to bioaccumulate significantly.
MOBILITY IN SOIL
It is expected this product will have small mobility in soil. Some of the components may get into the soil
and, ultimately, the ground water. Product spreads on the water surface.
OTHER ADVERSE EFFECTS
None reported.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
13.1
13.2
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WASTE TREATMENT METHODS
Product as SOLD
Product at USE DILUTION
Dispose of in accordance with local, State and Federal
regulations.
Dispose of unused product in accordance with local,
State and Federal regulations.
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
EPA RCRA WASTE CODE: Not applicable to wastes consisting only of this product.
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SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
14.1:
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DANGEROUS GOODS BASIC DESCRIPTION AND OTHER TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SHIPPING REGULATIONS:
UN/NA
Number
Proper Shipping Name
Packing
Group
Hazard
Class
Label
North American
Emergency
Response Guide #
Marine Pollutant
Status
NOT APPLICABLE
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CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION: This product is regulated by Transport Canada as
dangerous goods under Canadian transportation standards. Refer to above information.

IATA DESIGNATION: This product is regulated as dangerous goods by the International Air Transport
Association. Use the following information:
UN/NA
Number
Proper Shipping Name
Packing
Group
Hazard
Class
Label
North American
Emergency
Response Guide #
Marine Pollutant
Status
NOT APPLICABLE
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IMO DESIGNATION: This product is regulated as dangerous goods by the International Maritime
Organization. Use the following information:
UN/NA
Number
Proper Shipping Name
Packing
Group
Hazard
Class
Label
North American
Emergency
Response Guide #
Marine Pollutant
Status
NOT APPLICABLE
14.2:

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
None described, as related to transportation.
14.3:

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS FOR USERS
Not applicable.
14.4:

TRANSPORT IN BULK
Not applicable.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1:
SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS SPECIFIC FOR THE PRODUCT

OTHER IMPORTANT U.S. REGULATIONS
o U .S. SARA THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY: Not applicable.
o U.S. SARA HAZARD CATEGORIES (SECTION 311/312, 40 CFR 370-21): ACUTE: Yes;
CHRONIC: Yes; FIRE: No; REACTIVE: No; SUDDEN RELEASE: No
o U.S. CERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ): Not applicable.
o U.S. TSCA INVENTORY STATUS: All components of this product are listed on the TSCA
Inventory.
o CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT (PROPOSITION 65) STATUS: Not applicable.

INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS
o CANADIAN REGULATORY STATUS: The PRODUCT as SOLD is classified as hazardous
under Canadian Controlled Products regulations (SOR-88-66).
 It is classified as E –Corrosive Material. See symbol to right.
 This SDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
o CANADIAN DSL/NDSL INVENTORY STATUS: The listed components of this product are on
the DSL/NDSL Inventory.
o CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA) PRIORITIES SUBSTANCES
LISTS: The components of this product are not on the CEPA Priorities Substances Lists.
o GERMAN WATER HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: 1 (Low hazard to waters).
Mean Green All-Purpose Degreaser
Product AS SOLD and IN USE DILUTION
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SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
16.1:
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
16.2:
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

INDICATION OF CHANGE
DATE OF REVISION: April 27, 2015
SUPERCEDES: October 1, 2014
CHANGE INDICATED: Update of OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
KEY LITERATURE REFERENCES AND SOURCES FOR DATA
SAX – Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials
TOXNET – http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/
European Chemicals Inventory Classification and Listing: http://echa.europa.eu/
16.3
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
Product as SOLD
16.4
Product at USE DILUTION
Health
Flammability
2
0
Physical Hazard
0
Protective
Equipment
C/D
HMIS Personal Protective
Equipment Rating:
Occupational Use situations:
C - Safety glasses and gloves
and- body protection suitable
to specific circumstances of
use should be worn. D Face-shield should be added
if splashes/sprays can occur.
Health
Flammability
1
0
Physical
Hazard
0
Protective
Equipment
B/C
HMIS Personal Protective
Equipment Rating:
Occupational Use situations: B
- Safety glasses and gloves.
C – Rubber apron should be
added if splashes/sprays can
occur.
DISCLAIMER
WAXIE Sanitary Supply makes no warranty, representation or guarantee as to the accuracy, sufficiency or completeness of the material set forth herein. It is the
user’s responsibility to determine the safety, toxicity and suitability of their own use, handling and disposal of this product. Since actual use by others is beyond our
control, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made by WAXIE Sanitary Supply as to the effects of such use, the results to be obtained or the safety and toxicity of
this product, nor does WAXIE Sanitary Supply assume any liability arising out of the use by others of this product referred to herein. The data in this SDS relates
only to the specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process. WAXIE Sanitary Supply does
not recommend blending this product with any other chemicals. All information, recommendations and data contained herein concerning this product are based
upon information available at the time of writing from recognized technical sources.
16.5:
ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS
ALL SECTIONS: OSHA: U.S. Federal Occupational Safety and Health
Administration. WHMIS: Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials
Standard. GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification of
Chemical Substances. REACH: European Union regulation, Registration,
Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemical substances.
SECTION 2: CAS Number: Chemical Abstract Service Number, which is
used by the American chemical Society to uniquely identify a chemical.
SECTION 5: NFPA: National Fire Protection Association. NFPA
FLAMMABILITY CLASSIFICATION: The NFPA uses the flash point
(Fl.P.) and boiling point (BP) to classify flammable or combustible liquids.
Class IA: Fl.P. below 73F and BP below 100F. Class IB: Fl.P. below
73F and BP at or above 100F. Class IC: :Fl.P. at or above 73F and BP
at or above 100F. Class II: : Fl.P. at or above 100F and below 140F.
Class IIIA: Fl.P. at or above 140F and below 200F. Class IIIB: Fl.P. at
or above 200F. NFPA HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RATING: This is a
rating system used to summarize physical and health hazards to
firefighters. 0 = No Significant Hazard. 1 = Slight Hazard. 2 = Moderate
Hazard. 3 = Severe Hazard. 4 = Extreme Hazard.
SECTION 8: NE: Not established. ACGIH: American Conference of
Government Industrial Hygienists; TWA: Time-Weighted Average (over
an 8-hour work day); STEL: Short-Term Exposure Limit (15 minute
average, no more than 4-times daily and each exposure separated by
one-hour minimally); C: Ceiling Limit (concentration not to be exceeded in
a work environment). PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit. NIOSH: National
Institute of Occupational Safety and Health; REL: Recommended
Exposure Limit; IDLH:
Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health
Concentrations. Note: In July 1992, a court ruling vacated the more
protective PELs set by OSHA in 1989. Because OSHA may enforce the
more protective levels under the “general duty clause”, both the current
and vacated levels are presented in this document. ppm: Parts per
Million. mg/m3: Milligrams per cubic meter. mppcf: Millions of Particles
per Cubic Foot. BEI: Biological Exposure Limit.
SECTION 9: pH: Scale (0 to 14) used to rate the acidity or alkalinity of
aqueous solutions. For example, a pH value of 0 indicates a strongly
acidic solution, pH of 7 indicates a neutral solution, and a pH value of 14
indicates an extremely basic solution. FLASH POINT: Temperature at
which a liquid generates enough flammable vapors so that ignition may
occur.
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE:
Temperature at which
spontaneous ignition occurs.
Mean Green All-Purpose Degreaser
Product AS SOLD and IN USE DILUTION
SECTION 9 (Continued): LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (LEL): The
minimal concentration of flammable vapors in air which will sustain
ignition. UPPER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (UEL): The maximum concentration
of flammable vapors in air which will sustain ignition.≈: Approximately
symbol. VOC: Volatile Organic Compound.
SECTION 11:
CARCINOGENICITY STATUS:
NTP:
National
Toxicology Program. IARC: International Agency for Research on
Cancer. REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY INFORMATION:
Mutagen:
Substance capable of causing chromosomal damage to cells.
Embryotoxin: Substance capable of damaging the developing embryo in
an overexposed female. Teratogen: Substance capable of damaging the
developing fetus in an overexposed female.
Reproductive toxin:
Substance capable of adversely affecting male or female reproductive
organs or functions. TOXICOLOGY DATA: LDxxor LCxx: The Lethal
Dose or Lethal Concentration of a substance which will be fatal to a given
percentage (xx) of exposed test animals by the designate route of
administration. This value is used to access the toxicity of chemical
substances to humans. TDxxor TCxx: The Toxic Dose or Toxic
Concentration of a substance which will cause an adverse effect to a
given percentage (xx) of exposed test animals by the designate route of
administration.
SECTION 12: EC50: Effect Concentration (on 50% of study group);
BOD: Biological Oxygen Demand.
SECTION 13: RCRA: Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. The
regulations promulgated under this act under Act are found in 40 CFR,
Sections 260 ff, and define the requirements of hazardous waste
generation, transport, treatment, storage, and disposal. EPA RCRA
Waste Codes: Defined in 40 CFR Section 261.
SECTION 15: CERCLA: Comprehensive Environmental Response
Compensation and Liability Act (a.k.a. “Superfund”) and SARA:
(Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act). The regulations
promulgated under this Act are located under 40 CFR 300 ff. and provide
“community right-to-know” requirements.
TSCA: Toxic Substances
Control Act: Rules regulating the manufacture and sale of chemicals
found in 40 CFR 700-766. DSL/NDSL: Canadian Domestic Substances
and Non-Domestic Substances Lists.
SECTION 16: HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
RATING: This is a rating system used by industry to summarize physical
and health hazards to chemical users and was originally developed by
the National Paint and Coating Association. 0 = No Significant Hazard. 1
= Slight Hazard. 2 = Moderate Hazard. 3 = Severe Hazard. 4 = Extreme
Hazard.
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